Destinee Gwee, fourth-year medical student in the Carver College of Medicine, has been described as the type of physician who will “run toward the fire” when it comes to challenging situations. Full article can be found here: https://medicine.uiowa.edu/content/student-spotlight-destinee-gwee
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In our ongoing series about the UI Health Care Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Task Force, we spoke with Kanya Ferguson, MD, clinical associate professor of dermatology, and co-chair of the DEI Recruitment and Retention Committee. Full article can be found here: https://medicine.uiowa.edu/...
The Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science is coming to campus, aiming to make STEM more inclusive for students who are part of marginalized communities. Full article can be found here
How does the immune system function? When and how does the body respond to infections and diseases? Angela Pack, PhD, post-doctoral research fellow in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology is passionate about finding answers to immunology questions. Full article can be found here: https://...
Edward A. Carter became the first Black graduate of the State University of Iowa College of Medicine, as the institution was known at the time. Carter was known to treat both white and Black patients. Full article can be found here: https://medicine.uiowa.edu/content/edward-carter-first-black-...
“Join the ULC for our Cassandra S. Foens M.D. FACR 2021 lecture with Lacks Family members Veronica Robinson and Jeri Lacks Whye, “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, A Discussion on Race and Medical Ethics.” This conversation is in partnership with the Human Subjects Office with support provided...
The Trudy A. Laffoon Caring for Patients of Diversity Series: Topic: The Importance of a Name in Building Patient Trust and Rapport Presenter: Rihana Al-Ghalayini, MSN RN-BC, Nurse Manager – WHC February 24, 2021 | 12:00-1:00pm Contact: Rihana Al-Ghalayini, MSN, BA, RN-BC at 319-356-4399 for...
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Barriers to Health Equity in Iowa City: Centering Diverse Community Voices Wednesday, February 3 | 12:00-1:30 PM Live-streamed on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/c/UIOWACLAS and on Zoom at: https://uiowa.zoom.us/j/99445900076 Registration is NOT required. Join us on Wednesday, February 3, at...